FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINER

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Personal Trainer at YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them and inviting them to get involved and give back to the community. The Personal Trainer follows the YMCA of the USA, Health and Fitness guidelines and is responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized or group exercise/activity sessions for clients in a fitness specialty area. The Personal Trainer performs a variety of fitness programs that are both educational and motivational. The incumbent provides customer service which promotes member wellness in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures and creates a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, implement and instruct a variety of personal training and group training sessions for clients. Provide encouragement and expertise for the client in support of their health and well-being goals.
• Administer, track and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments and other pre-participation documentation with regard to individual exercise programs.
• Adhere to all guidelines and expectations as outlined in the YMCA Health & Fitness Department Manual which includes but is not limited to providing safe classes and sessions and responding to and reporting any accidents or incidents.
• Promote and sell personal training programs and services while achieving monthly revenue and session goals.
• Maintain required CEC’s and national certifications.
• Follow Wellness Center expectations when not scheduled for personal training, group training or performing a wellness consultation.
• Is committed to maintaining a workplace free from all forms of harassment
• Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.
• Attends required abuse risk management training.
• Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Adheres to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Values
• Inclusion
• Relationships
• Quality Results
• Communication
• Functional Expertise
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• NCCA-accredited and/or nationally recognized Personal Training Certification such as the National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), WaterArt ® Aquatic Personal Training Specialist Certification, or other approved and accredited certifications.
• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR, First Aid and AED
• Formal training in the specialty class being taught and/or ability to demonstrate the movements and exercises.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead an individual/group and motivate others to achieve their health and well-being goals.
• Demonstrated ability working with all age groups and ability levels.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Must meet all Association-Wide training requirements in addition to those set forth by their Supervisor.
• Must be able to pass a Nationwide Criminal and Sex Offender Registry Background Screening.
• Must ensure that the physical and social environments for program delivery reflect the Y’s definition of character and values

PREFERRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Health/Exercise Science or related field.
• 1 year experience in the health and fitness field.
• 1 year experience Personal Training and Group Training.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in classes and activities.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to lead assigned classes and sessions, demonstrating exercise techniques and perform associated physical activities.
• Ability to stand and be mobile majority of work shift.
• Stretch, bend, and lift up to 50lbs and move heavy equipment on a daily basis.